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Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Bourn, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee; Sarah Baxter, University of St. Thomas

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Mathematics

𝐹𝑦 𝐹𝑧 = (𝑟𝑦 𝐹𝑧 − 𝑟𝑧 𝐹𝑦 )i − (𝑟𝑥 𝐹𝑧 − 𝑟𝑧 𝐹𝑥 )j + (𝑅𝑥 𝐹𝑦 − 𝑟𝑦 𝐹𝑥 )k (3) Figure 1: The z-component of a force can be show to contribute to a rotation about y (a) and x (b) axes. This corresponds to the presence of Fz in the Mx and My terms of the formula in eqns. (3) and (4). Similarly, the component of the force in the y-direction contributes to a rotation about the z axes (c) and x axis, (not shown), and can be matched to the presence of Fy in the Mx and Mz components of the moment vector. = 𝑀𝑥 i + 𝑀𝑦 j_𝑀𝑧 k (4) (The x, y, z, coordinate unit vectors are

Conference Session

Pedagogy and Learning Within Engineering Design Graphics II

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Murad Musa Mahmoud, Utah State University; Kurt Henry Becker, Utah State University

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Engineering Design Graphics

find the motivation in order to get certification.References[1] Seetha, S. (2012). Communication Skills for Engineers in Global Arena. International Journal on Arts, Management and Humanities, 1(1), 1-6.[2] Dukhan N, Rayess N. On teaching non-technical skills for the engineers of 2020, QScience Proceedings (World Congress on Engineering Education 2013) 2014:9 http://dx.doi.org/10.5339/qproc.2014.wcee2013.[3] Gell-Mann, M. (1996). A commentary to R Schank. In J.Brockman (Ed.), The third culture: beyond the scientific revolution. New York: Touchtone Books, 167–180.[4] Bloom, B. S. (1956). Taxonomy of educational objectives, book 1, cognitive domain. New York: Longman.[5] Good, T. L. & Brophy, J. E. (1990

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Capstone and Collaborations in Civil Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glen F Koorey, ViaStrada Ltd.; Mark W. Milke P.E., University of Canterbury; Norb Delatte P.E., Cleveland State University

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering

details of the activity and their impressions of how they might see that option workingfor them. Students were expected to attend at least 6 professional or research presentations, andwere expected to consider other options such as: a. Membership of professional associations and attendance at meetings b. Site visits c. Attendance at public talks d. Attendance at professional conferences e. Enrolment in courses f. Reading magazines, websites, newspapers g. Reading journals, booksOne of the public talk options was a public lecture given by the third author near the end of hisstay.Assessment was based on: Plan - 5% (constituting)  Career Development Goal (1%) – is this clearly stated with some background, or

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Electromagnetics & Power Education

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nurhidajat Sisworahardjo, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga; Ahmed Eltom P.E., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga; Abdul R. Ofoli, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga; Edward H. McMahon P.E., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer

controls to the industrial world, he focused on hardware implementation of most of these control techniques using industrial standard rapid prototyping tools like dSPACE systems utilizing Mat- lab/Simulink software from Mathworks. He was the recipient of the 2006 IEEE/IAS Transaction Second Prize Paper Award. Dr Ofoli is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga (UTC). Prior to joining the UTC in August 2010, Dr. Ofoli has been working with Cummins Inc at their headquarters in Columbus, IN as a senior controls engineer for four years. At Cummins, he developed and implemented real-time control algorithms and strategies for diesel automotive applications to meet specific control ob

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Efforts in Upper-level Courses

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mansoor Nasir, Lawrence Technological University; Eric G Meyer, Lawrence Technological University; Brian Thomas Weaver PE, Explico Engineering Co.

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company6. American Association for the Advancement of Science. Vision and change - a call to action, 2009.7. Barlow, A. E., & Villarejo, M. (2004). Making a difference for minorities: Evaluation of an educational enrichment program. Journal of research in science teaching, 41(9), 861-881.8. Freeman, S., Eddy, S. L., McDonough, M., Smith, M. K., Okoroafor, N., Jordt, H., & Wenderoth, M. P. (2014). Active learning increases student performance in science, engineering, and mathematics. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 111(23), 8410-8415.9. Hunter, A. B., Laursen, S. L., & Seymour, E. (2007). Becoming a scientist: The role of undergraduate research in students' cognitive

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies: Best Papers

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan W. Valvano, University of Texas - Austin; Ramesh Yerraballi, University of Texas - Austin; Chad Fulton, University of Texas - Austin

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Diversity

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

] Mouser Electronics, Inc. - A TTI and Berkshire Hathaway company, http://www.mouser.com/[9] Making Embedded Systems: Design Patterns for Great Software, Elecia White, ISBN-13: 978-1449302146,O’Reilly Media Inc., 2012.[10] Embedded System Design: A Unified Hardware/Software Introduction, Frank Vahid, Tony D. Givargis, ISBN-13: 978-0471386780, Wiley, 2002.[11] Embedded Systems: Introduction to ARM Cortex-M Microcontrollers, Jonathan Valvano, ISBN-13: 978-1477508992, Createspace, 2015.[12] http://news.stanford.edu/news/2013/december/lab-ina-box-120613.html[13] http://www.rsc.org/eic/2015/03/mooc-massive-open-online-course[14] https://www.coursera.org/course/physicalchemistry[15] https://www.coursera.org/course/hwswinterface[16] Ferri, B. H., &

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 3; The Best of All the FPD Papers

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James A. Middleton, Arizona State University; Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; Eugene Judson, Arizona State University; Robert J. Culbertson; Lydia Ross, Arizona State University; Keith D. Hjelmstad, Arizona State University; Yong Seok Park, Arizona State University; James Collofello, Arizona State University; Bethany B. Smith, Arizona State University

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First-Year Programs

EngineeringMs. Bethany B. Smith, Arizona State University Bethany Smith is currently a master’s student in materials science and engineering at Arizona State Uni- versity. She has been involved in STEM education research since 2012 under the direction of Professor Stephen Krause. Her research interests in STEM education include faculty development, best classroom practices, and improving undergraduate engineering student retention through understanding what makes students leave engineering. She will be pursuing her PhD in Materials Science and Engineering starting in 2016 at the University of California Berkeley. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Connections Among

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 2

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Barry Dupen, Indiana University - Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Mary B. Vollaro, Western New England University; Peggie Weeks

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Materials

few years thenumber of faculty using the method has grown and some will find it a wonderful means toincrease student learning by modifying the feedback loop. They are designed to give instructorsauthentic, rich insights and information on student learning issues they can effectively use tosynthesize external formative feedback. Such feedback can then be used by students to assessand monitor progress and overcome learning issues. The feedback also offers importantopportunities for instructors to reflect on their own beliefs and practice and catalyze change tostudents' learning opportunities and their classroom experience.Instructor B: I have used two different methods now to automate collection of muddy points.Three years ago I began using the

Conference Session

Materials Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen J. Krause, Arizona State University; Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; William Joseph Stuart P.E., Oregon Institute of Technology; Eugene Judson, Arizona State University; Casey Jane Ankeny, Arizona State University; Bethany B. Smith, Arizona State University

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Materials

her doctorate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University in 2012 where she studied the role of shear stress in aortic valve dis- ease. Currently, she is investigating cyber-based student engagement strategies in flipped and traditional biomedical engineering courses. She aspires to understand and improve student attitude, achievement, and persistence in student-centered courses.Ms. Bethany B. Smith, Arizona State University Bethany Smith is currently a master’s student in materials science and engineering at Arizona State Uni- versity. She has been involved in STEM education research since 2012 under the direction of Professor c American

Conference Session

Works in Progress: Assessment and Research Tools

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Deboer, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Nick Stites, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jeffrey F. Rhoads, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Charles Morton Krousgrill, Purdue University, West Lafayette; David B. Nelson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Craig Zywicki, Purdue University; David A. Evenhouse, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods

= 0.06, p = 0.002), and higherStatics grades (ρ= 0.14, p <0.001) as illustrated in Figure 1b. The SAT/ACT scores werematched using 2009 concordance tables8, and the improved performance in math scores, GPA,and Statics grades could partially explain the large drop in DFW rates6. Interestingly, and a notefor future work, Statics has just begun to implement some aspects of the Freeform environment.(a) (b)Figure 1. Since the inception of Freeform, (a) the DFW rate for Dynamics has decreased, and (b)Static grades have increased.The odds ratios (ORs) as well as the p-values for the coefficient estimates of our full logisticmodel are listed in Table 1. The odds of DFW are defined as the probability of DFW

Conference Session

New Pedagogical Approaches in Chemical Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua A Enszer, University of Delaware

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Chemical Engineering

, negative $25, and $100 per ton for P, P2, and P3, respectively. (Note that this means producing P2 actually results in a financial loss.) The direct treatment option costs $300 per ton of W. Raw materials arrive to the plant at a rate of 7,500 tons of X and 10,000 tons of Y per day. Assume all reactions run to completion. Determine how much of each product and treated waste should be created per day to maximize refinery profits.Process Control Example Develop the set of dynamic equations that describe two isothermal CSTRs in series, depicted in Figure 1 on the next page, using an actuator/process/sensor model approach. Assume that a single irreversible reaction A→B occurs in this system where the rate of reaction is given by r=kC

Conference Session

Pedagogy and Learning Within Engineering Design Graphics II

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Luz Adriana Amaya-Bower, Central Connecticut State University; Steven Joseph Kirstukas, Central Connecticut State University

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Engineering Design Graphics

., Jassemnejad, B., Judd, E., Ring, B. P., Henderson, A. W., Amstrong, G. M. Implementing a Flipped Classroom in Thermodynamics. Proceedings, American Society for Engineering Education. San Antonio. June 2012.[16] Ling N.G. Flipping a CAD Classroom Proceedings, Advances in Technology Education. Singapore. September 2014.[17] Yip-Hoi D. M. Enhancing a Blended Learning Approach to CAD Instruction using Lean Manufacturing Principles Proceedings, American Society for Engineering Education. Seattle June 2015.

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division Technical Session - Pre-college Programs for Women

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shawna Fletcher, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division, Women in Engineering

%20DR%20TAI%20- %20brochure.pdf (2012).13. PLTW video, Girls in Engineering: How one School is Solving the Problem, https://www.pltw.org/our- programs/experience-pltw/girls-engineering (2012).14. PLTW article, Bertram Visits Schools, Speaks of Urgency in Alaska, https://www.pltw.org/news/items/201410- bertram-visits-schools-speaks-urgency-alaska (2014).15. Cahill, J., Bridging the Engineering Gender Gap, Globe Newswire http://globenewswire.com/news- release/2012/02/23/468807/246867/en/Bridging-the-Engineering-Gender-Gap.html (February, 2012).16. Hughes, R., Nzekwe, B., Molyneaux, K., The Single Sex Debate for Girls in Science: a Comparison Between Two Informal Science Programs on Middle School Students' STEM

Conference Session

Concurrent Paper Tracks Session II Skills Development

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2016 ASEE International Forum

Authors

Saud A Ghani, Qatar University

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Diversity, International Forum

shouldinculcate females towards this direction. All in all, the key issue appears to be ‘motivation’(Fingleton et al. 2014).ReferencesBix, Amy Sue. 2000. “Engineering Education in the United States Has a Gendered.” IEEE, Technology and Society Magazine 19(1):20–26.Douie, Vera. 1950. Daughters of Britain. edited by Ronald. London.Eagly, Alice H. and Linda L. Carli. 2003. “The Female Leadership Advantage: An Evaluation of the Evidence.” The Leadership Quarterly 14(6):807–34.Eccles, J. S. and B. L. Barber. 1999. “Student Council, Volunteering, Basketball, or Marching Band: What Kind of Extracurricular Involvement Matters?” Journal of Adolescent Research 14(2012):10–43.Escueta, Maya, Tushar Saxena, and Varun Aggarwal. 2013. Women in Engineering

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 5B: Work-In-Progress: 5 Minute Postcard Session II

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Colin J. Reagle, George Mason University; Oscar Barton Jr., George Mason University; Kenneth S. Ball P.E., George Mason University; Sharon A. Caraballo, George Mason University; Abe Eftekhari; Rodolfo Napisa

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

Assessment Form Indicate Assessment Instrument: Exam Question, Report, Quiz, etc Date of Assessment Performance Expectation: X % of Students Should Achieve a Grade of at least Y% Based Upon Assessment Instrument Grading Rubric. ME XXX Number of Students ABET Student Course Outcomes Exceeding Criteria Meeting Criteria Below Criteria Outcomes a b cA similar process is underway to align the course outcomes for the remaining courses and isanticipated to be completed spring 2016.Administration and Organization While there are

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

and applications to industry, system engineering, robust design, modeling, simulation, quality control, and optimization. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Gauge R&R and TroubleshootingAbstractTeaching Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) to engineering and engineeringtechnology students enables them to possess a practical skill that is popular in industry. It isespecially important for engineering technology students, since many of them will conducttesting, take measurements, and analyze data. The ability to analyze data is an important aspectof engineering technology students pursuing B. S. degrees, since this differentiates them fromlow level

Conference Session

Construction Division Poster Session

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ifte Choudhury, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Construction

construction projects in Florida and cannot be generalizedbeyond the sample size.Bibliography1. Bromilow F J, Hinds M F and Moody N F (1980) “AIQS survey of building contract time performance.” Building Economist 19(2): 79-82.2. Choudhury I and Rajan S S (2008) “Time-cost relationship for residential construction in Texas.” The American Professional Constructor 32(2): 28-32.3. Ireland V B E (1985) “The role of managerial actions in the cost, time, and quality performance of high-rise commercial building projects.” Construction Management and Economics 3 (1): 59-87.4. Kaka A and Price A D F (1991) “Relationship between value and duration of construction projects.” Construction Management and Economics 9(4): 383-400.5

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Chemical Engineering Courses in Emergent Areas

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Virginia A. Davis, Auburn University

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering

, L. T. N.; Rocha, L. M.; Nguyen, C. B. C.; Houchens, B. C.; Bautista-Chavez, A. M.: Volunteerism in Engineering Outreach: Motivations and Surprising Outcomes for Undergraduate Mentors. In Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), 2014 IEEE, 2014; pp 1-8.2. Clary, E. G.; Snyder, M. The Motivations to Volunteer Theoretical and Practical Considerations. Current Directions in Psychological Science 1999, 8, 156-159.3. Lane, N. Benjamin Franklin, Civic Scientist. Physics Today 2003, 56, 41-46.4. Nae Grand Challenges for Engineering. http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/.5. National Academy of Engineering: Changing the Conversation: Messages for Improving PublicUnderstanding of Engineering The National

Conference Session

Subjects in Renewable Energy and Sustainability in ET

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cyril B Okhio P.E., Kennesaw State University; Florian Misoc, Southern Polytechnic College of Engr and Engr Tech; Austin B. Asgill, Kennesaw State University; Aarick Aroz Zaman; Jarred Lee Prince; Olajimi Mark; Brion Allen Daffinson, Southern Polytechnic State University; Olugbemiga Olatidoye, Clark Atlanta University

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Engineering Technology

Paper ID #14450Sustainable Production of Ethanol from Kudzu: Experimental Prototype Stud-iesDr. Cyril B Okhio, Kennesaw State University Cyril Okhio, Ph.D., C.Eng.(PE), M.I.Mech.E., MASME, MASEE SUMMARY Cyril B. Okhio is currently an Adjunct Professor in the School of Arts & Sciences, Clark Atlanta University. Dr. Okhio earned his B.S. (General Engineering) and Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) degrees from the University of London. He is registered as a Chartered Professional Engineer with the Council of Registered Engineers, United Kingdom; a Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, UK and a Member of the

Conference Session

College-Industry Partnerships Division Technical Session I: Students

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Glenda D Young, Virginia Tech; David B Knight, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Lee Michael Warburton, AKKA Technologies; Christopher David Ciechon

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College Industry Partnerships

universities? A review of the literature," Industry and Higher Education, vol. 19, pp. 221-229, 2005.[7] M. Perkmann and K. Walsh, "University–industry relationships and open innovation: Towards a research agenda," International Journal of Management Reviews, vol. 9, pp. 259-280, 2007.[8] K. T. Marosi and B. Steinhurst, "Increasing the Retention of Under-Represented Students in Engineering Through Connections with An Industry Advisory Committee," in 2012 ASEE Annual Conference, San Antonio, Texas, 2012.[9] M. D. Santoro, "Success breeds success: The linkage between relationship intensity and tangible outcomes in industry–university collaborative ventures," The Journal of High Technology Management Research

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Pedagogical Considerations for Teaching Engineering Professionals

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles E. Baukal Jr. P.E., John Zink Co. LLC; Floyd B. Ausburn, Oklahoma State University; Lynna J. Ausburn, Oklahoma State University

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Continuing Professional Development

Paper ID #15423Using Multi-Image Presentations to Enhance Continuing Engineering Edu-cationDr. Charles E. Baukal Jr. P.E., John Zink Co. LLC Charles E. Baukal, Jr. has a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, an Ed.D., and Professional Engineering License. He is the Director of the John Zink Institute which offers continuing professional development for engineers and technicians. He has nearly 35 years of industrial experience and 30 years of teaching experience as an adjunct. He is the author/editor of 13 books on industrial combustion and is an inventor on 11 U.S. patents.Dr. Floyd B. Ausburn, Oklahoma State University

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Software and Programming

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suxia Cui, Prairie View A&M University; Yonghui Wang, Prairie View A&M University; Lin Li, Prairie View A&M University; Xiaobo Peng, Prairie View A&M University; Bugrahan Yalvac, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Computers in Education

, and ET Departments Category ECE CS ET Female 62 37 17 African American 211 101 48 Hispanic 15 9 4 Total 265 127 54Leveraging a NSF funded Major Research Instrumentation project, an IBM iDataPlex HPCcluster was purchased and resides on campus at the College of Engineering as shown in Figure 1(a). There are several ongoing projects related to embedded systems, most of them are roboticsrelated. Figure 1 (b) illustrates one embedded HPC platform. It is an unmanned

Conference Session

Ocean and Marine Division Technical Session 1

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Petros J Katsioloudis, Old Dominion University; Mileta Tomovic, Old Dominion University; Thomas B. Stout, Tidewater Community College

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Ocean and Marine

with technology innovations, since computingcapabilities are driving advances in data management and cyber-physical system capabilities. 6 Acknowledgments The authors wish to acknowledge support from Office of Naval Research for grant “HigherEducation Pathways for Maritime Mechatronics Technicians (MechTech)”, Agency ProposalNumber N00014-15-1-2422.ReferencesArciszewski, H. F. R., de Greef, T. E., & van Delft, J. H. (2009). Adaptive Automation in a Naval Combat Management System. IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man & Cybernetics: Part A, 39(6), 1188-1199. doi: 10.1109/TSMCA.2009.2026428Arregi, B., Granados, S., Hascoet, J. Y., Hamilton, K., Alonso, M., & Ares, E

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education II

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Wei Zhan, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

existing engineering technology programs: a) An appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of complex systems that span multiple engineering technology disciplines. b) An ability to apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology. c) An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze and interpret experiments, and to apply experimental results to improve processes. d) An ability to apply creativity in the design of complex systems that span multiple engineering technology disciplines. e) An ability to function effectively on teams. f) An ability to identify, analyze and solve technical problems. g

Conference Session

Works in Progress: Classroom Practice

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tracy A. Bibelnieks Ph.D., University of Minnesota Duluth; Kristen S. Gorman, University of Minnesota; Brian D. Gute, University of Minnesota Duluth; Joshua W. Hamilton, University of Minnesota Duluth; Elizabeth M. Hill, University of Minnesota Duluth; Alison B. Hoxie, University of Minnesota Duluth; David A. Saftner, University of Minnesota Duluth; Andrea J. Schokker, University of Minnesota Duluth; Pete Willemsen, University of Minnesota Duluth

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Educational Research and Methods

system development for water purification as well as membrane manufacturing. She is an avid hiker and enjoys spending time with her family in the Boundry Waters Canoe Area of Minnesota.Dr. Alison B. Hoxie, University of Minnesota Duluth Dr. Alison B. Hoxie is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Her education includes a B.A. in Natural Science from the College of Saint Benedict (1999), a B.S.M.E (2001) and a Ph.D. (2007) from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. She has held positions as a consulting engineering in power and energy sector, and as an Instructor at the University of Utah. Her current research focuses on cost effective

Conference Session

Best Practices and Lessons Learned in Design Projects

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wendy S. Reffeor, Grand Valley State University; John Farris, Grand Valley State University

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Manufacturing

section with the closed-ended project were only surveyed afterthe course. Each student was asked to evaluate the effectiveness of four types of courseprojects—Closed-ended (Closed), Open-ended paper (Open Paper), Non-sponsored design andbuild (Non-sponsor D&B), and Sponsored design and build (Sponsored D&B). The survey wasconducted on a Likert scale with 1 being, “Not at all effective” and 5 being, “Extremelyeffective”. The questions asked were, 1. How effective were the projects you completed at reinforcing course content? 2. How effective were the projects at enhancing your creativity? 3. How effective were the projects at enhancing your open-ended problem solution skills? 4. How effective were the projects you completed at

Conference Session

Cool Ideas

Collection

2016 EDI

Authors

Gregory N. Washington, University of California - Irvine

University PartnersBuilding a Sustainable Middle Class in AmericaW H A T I S B A S E 1 1 ? STEM workforce & entrepreneur accelerator Accelerating high potential lowresource students into the Victory CircleA N E M E R G I N G S T E MW O R K F O R C E — U N D E RR E P R E S E N T E D S E C T O R SBase 11 focuses on high potential, low resourcestudent sectors, Emphasizing: • Women, African Americans and Latinos who have the capabilities but are often not aware of or do not have access to the resources needed to take part The 1.0 Goal11,000 Students into the Victory Circle by 2020STEMEntrepreneurAcceleratorProducing 21st Century STEMEntrepreneursBase 11

Conference Session

Use of Technology in Civil Engineering Courses

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vicki V. May, Dartmouth College; Adrienne J Gauthier, Dartmouth College

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering

LearnersResearch QuestionsPart of the reason for offering the MOOC was to help answer the following questions: If learners are asked a set of preliminary questions will they be more engaged in the course? Are students who were sent a set of supplies for hands-on activities more likely to participate in the activities? Are these learners more engaged in the course?In order to answer the first question as towhether learners were more engaged if theywere asked a set of preliminary questions, thelearners were separated into two groups, an Agroup and a B group. The A group was theInquiry-Based Group. This group was given aset of 5-10 preliminary questions before anyvideos or content was delivered. As an example,learners were asked what the images shown

Conference Session

Measuring Learning in Statics & Dynamics

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Aidsa I. Santiago-Roman, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Manuel Jose Perez-Vargas, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Genock Portela-Gauthier, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Wadson C Phanord, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez.

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-test in August 2015 and was taken by a total of 165students registered with four different instructors (A, B, C, D, where instructor A is one of theauthors). It was later given as a post-test in December 2015 and taken by 62 students registeredwith three instructors (A, B, and C). Table 3 provides a summary of the pre- and post-test datafor two cohorts, A and BC combined. The data consist of the average scores for each question(the score of each question ranges from 0 to 1), the average total scores (maximum score is 10),and the normalized gains , where = (Post – Pre)/(10 – Pre)12. Table 3. Average scores and normalized gains on the ASCI Pre-test and Post-test. Cohort Item N Total Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

Conference Session

Modeling and Simulation

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shahnam Navaee, Georgia Southern University; Junsuk Kang, Georgia Southern University

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Computers in Education

) the cost of the package, and (b) the steep learning curve associated with thesoftware. Each one of these issues has been addressed in the project. It should be noted that eventhough the commercial cost for purchasing this package is relatively high, the Dassault Systemsoffers substantially discounted educational licenses of the full version of the software for classroomuse. Additionally, the student version of Abaqus can be downloaded free of charge from theDassault Systems website. The free student version of the software is the essentially the fullcommercial version, limited to handling models containing up to one thousand nodes. It is deemedthat this number of nodes is sufficient enough for the purpose of modeling a variety of